Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Species:
gracilis
ID:
374394

Status:
valid

Authors:
(King) Sleumer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Blumea 17: 226 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000373726



Common Names

  • Medusanthera gracilis
  • Graceful Medusanthera
  • Graceful Tree


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Description

Medusanthera gracilis (also called Slender medusanthera, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Samoa and is found in moist, subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Medusanthera gracilis is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medusanthera gracilis has small, white flowers that are clustered in groups of three or more. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medusanthera gracilis is a small evergreen tree native to the Samoan Islands. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Medusanthera gracilis

Medusanthera gracilis is native to tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Medusanthera gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medusanthera gracilis?

Medusanthera gracilis

What is the common name of Medusanthera gracilis?

Graceful Medusanthera

Where is Medusanthera gracilis found?

Medusanthera gracilis is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Species in the Stemonuraceae family

Cantleya corniculata, Codiocarpus andamanicus, Codiocarpus merrittii, Discophora guianensis, Discophora montana, Gastrolepis alticola, Gastrolepis austrocaledonica, Gomphandra apoensis, Gomphandra australiana, Gomphandra cambodiana, Gomphandra capitulata, Gomphandra comosa, Gomphandra coriacea, Gomphandra cumingiana, Gomphandra dolichocarpa, Gomphandra donnaiensis, Gomphandra flavicarpa, Gomphandra fuliginea, Gomphandra fusiformis, Gomphandra javanica, Gomphandra lancifolia, Gomphandra luzoniensis, Gomphandra lysipetala, Gomphandra mappioides, Gomphandra mollis, Gomphandra montana, Gomphandra oblongifolia, Gomphandra oligantha, Gomphandra pallida, Gomphandra papuana, Gomphandra parviflora, Gomphandra pseudojavanica, Gomphandra pseudoprasina, Gomphandra quadrifida, Gomphandra sawiensis, Gomphandra schoepfiifolia, Gomphandra simularensis, Gomphandra subrostrata, Gomphandra tetrandra, Gomphandra tomentella, Gomphandra velutina, Gomphandra palustris, Gomphandra halconensis, Gomphandra conklinii, Gomphandra rarinervis, Gomphandra fernandoi, Gomphandra bracteata, Gomphandra coi, Gomphandra psilandra, Gomphandra dinagatensis,

References

Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:434435-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.